Handyman / Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Facilities Maintenance Technician provides on-site support for minor repair and maintenance works across the school. The role helps to ensure that day-to-day maintenance requests are attended to promptly and efficiently, contributing to a safe, functional and well-maintained environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Minor Repair & Maintenance

• Carry out minor repairs and replacement of locks, handles, hinges, door hardware, fixtures and fittings.

• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, painting, patching, touch-up and general building repair works.

• Carry out minor electrical works, including light bulb replacement, minor electrical repairs and rectification of electrical defects.

2. Estate Maintenance Support

• Attend to ad-hoc maintenance requests and minor rectification works across the school premises.

• Conduct basic checks and identify maintenance issues, escalating more complex or specialised works where necessary.

• Support the team in maintaining the cleanliness, functionality and condition of facilities.

3. Tools & Work Records

• Use common hand and power tools safely and appropriately.

• Maintain proper records of maintenance works completed and materials used.

• Adhere to workplace safety requirements and relevant maintenance procedures.

Requirements:

• Minimum NITEC/Higher NITEC or equivalent relevant technical qualification.

• At least 2 years of relevant hands-on experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance or handyman services.

• Practical skills in minor carpentry, plumbing, painting, fixtures and fittings, basic electrical-related maintenance and general building repairs.

• Able to work independently and respond promptly to maintenance requests.

• Good problem-solving and practical troubleshooting skills.

• Able to use common hand and power tools safely.

• Responsible, hands-on and service-oriented, with good attention to detail.

• Able to maintain proper work records and documentation.